Sat Jan 29, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
123
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
117
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 34 | 22 | 21 | 26 | 20 | 123 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 25 | 24 | 20 | 34 | 14 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Knicks outlasted the Pistons 123-117 in overtime. The Knicks got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Knicks carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Knicks' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Knicks bench chemistry carried them. Knicks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Knicks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.